SteelOrbis will hold its annual Rebar & Wire Rod Conference—the only steel-centered event held during the World of Concrete Expo—at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Resort & Casino in Las Vegas on Jan. 20, 2025.

A press release said that the SteelOrbis conference has a new extended program that includes opportunities to network with colleagues, customers, suppliers and steel experts. Attendees can hear insightful views of distinguished speakers from the U.S. long steel industry regarding the main issues and latest trends in the market. The event will also include the presentation of the RWR Lifetime Achievement Award in Long Products.

The program is for steel producers, distributors, fabricators, traders, end-users, plant/equipment companies and logistics companies. The schedule, registration and other details are at www.atevent.steelorbis.com/en/rwr2025/

Italy’s Eurodraw Wire Equipment Srl announced that it has named Omega Americas LLC as its new representative for the North American market.

A press release said that Can Kocabalkanli of Omega America, has a proven track record of delivering exceptional results, and will be the primary contact. “He will assist you with our company for any needs, such as product inquiries, order management, after-sales support, etc.”

Per Eurodraw, the company felt it was important to have localized representation in the United States to better serve customers there that could benefit from its equipment expertise. “We are confident that Can’s expertise and dedication will provide the high level of service and support you have come to expect from our company.”

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Germany’s Leibinger report that it will expand its local presence for its coding and marking technology in Brazil through key initiatives that include partnerships with established distributors such as Qualijet in the Southeast and Norvac in the Northeast.

A press release said that the company will improve service delivery, product availability, and spare parts and its overall ability.  “By working with established distributors, leveraging a dedicated local team, and housing inventory in-country, Leibinger is enabling businesses to streamline operations, reduce downtime, and stay competitive in Brazil’s dynamic market.”

“Our mission extends beyond mere expansion,” said Cesar Denadai Rugero, Leibinger’s dedicated business development & channel manager for South America. “It’s about shaping a future where every package embodies precision and reliability. We are deeply committed to empowering Brazilian businesses with tailored, world-class solutions that meet their unique needs, while ensuring unparalleled support and service for our customers, both regionally and globally.”

Qualijet, headquartered in São Paulo, has been distributing Leibinger products for more than 15 years while Norvac is a new partner for the company.

Oman Aluminum Processing Industries SPC (OAPIL)— a subsidiary of Oman Cables Industry SAOG—has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Indore Specialty Materials, that will enable it to manufacture high-temperature low-sag (HTLS) conductors.

A press release said that the agreement with Indore Specialty Materials, a subsidiary of India’s Indore Composite, will supply OAPIL with its proprietary EnergyCore composite core, in addition to offering technical support. EnergyCore, an advanced composite material developed by Indore, enhances HTLS conductor performance with superior thermal stability, lightweight properties, and exceptional strength—key qualities that contribute to higher efficiency and reliability in transmission lines. The EnergyCore-based ACER (Aluminum Conductor EnergyCore Reinforced) HTLS conductors will be integral in building a more sustainable power infrastructure for the Middle East and beyond.

This collaboration with Indore Specialty Materials will help us venture into advanced conductor manufacturing, while enabling utilities to enhance power grid capacity, reliability, and resilience,” said OAPIL Chief Strategy Officer Jehan Alagappan. “This investment also helps OAPIL to improve product diversification and create capability to produce high value -added products in Oman. We are happy to partner with Indore Specialty Materials to support energy transition and electrification efforts.”

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the International Cable Protection Committee (ICPC) have formed the International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience to strengthen the resilience of this vital telecommunication infrastructure.

Per multiple media reports, the Advisory Body will address ways to improve cable resilience by promoting best practices for governments and industry players to ensure the timely deployment and repair of submarine cables, reduce the risks of damage, and enhance the continuity of communications over the cables.

“This body will identify key issues to ensure that submarine cables are built, deployed and maintained with a greater resiliency,” Tomas Lamanauskas, Deputy Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) told reporters ahead of the first meeting of the new group. “It’s definitely not just a technical issue, but an issue that can affect our economies and our societies. And however we see that this critical infrastructure is vulnerable to disruptions,” he said.

A follow-up summit is planned in Nigeria in February.